Pending

$2,899,000

226 Commonwealth Ave APT 1, Boston, MA 02116

2beds

1,569sqft

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Condominium, Rowhouse

Built in 1880

-- sqft lot

$2,843,900 Zestimate^®

$1,848/sqft

$650/mo HOA

What's special

Oversized fireplaceOversized glass showerHardwood floorsMarble countertopsNewly renovated homeOpen floor planLuxurious en-suite bath

Stunning 2+ bedroom parlor duplex on iconic Commonwealth Avenue, blending modern luxury with classic charm. This newly renovated home features an open floor plan with ornate12-foot ceilings, an oversized fireplace, floor-to-ceiling built-ins, hardwood floors, and a large bay window overlooking the Comm Ave Mall. The well-designed kitchen offers marble countertops and new stainless-steel appliances, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A powder room and two south-facing bedrooms are located on the parlor level, which includes a spacious primary suite with custom closets and a luxurious en-suite bath featuring a marble double vanity and oversized glass shower. A wide spiral staircase leads to the lower level with high ceilings and large windows. This versatile level includes a large sitting room with a custom queen-size Murphy bed and marble full bath, making it an ideal family room, guest suite, or third bedroom. Deeded storage and direct access to 2 tandem parking spaces.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Unit

Features

Flooring: Wood
Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,569
Total interior livable area: 1,569 sqft
Finished area above ground: 839
Finished area below ground: 730

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Tandem, Deeded
Uncovered spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Front)

Lot

Size: 3,113 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 3359543
Zoning: residentia

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse

Materials

Brick
Roof: Slate

Condition

Year built: 1880

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Security: Intercom, Security System

HOA

Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
HOA fee: $650 monthly

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,848/sqft
Tax assessed value: $2,077,100
Annual tax amount: $21,603
Date on market: 5/11/2026
Listing terms: Delayed Occupancy

Estimated market value

$2,843,900

$2.70M - $2.99M

$5,948/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/1/2026	Pending sale	$2,899,000$1,848/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73490158 Report a problem
4/3/2026	Contingent	$2,899,000$1,848/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73490158 Report a problem
3/23/2026	Listed for sale	$2,899,000+31.8%$1,848/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73490158 Report a problem
6/8/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
5/21/2024	Listed for rent	$11,000+29.4%$7/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/11/2022	Sold	$2,199,000-2.2%$1,402/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72981352 Report a problem
8/26/2022	Pending sale	$2,249,000$1,433/sqft
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #72981352 Report a problem
8/15/2022	Price change	$2,249,000-4.3%$1,433/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72981352 Report a problem
7/5/2022	Price change	$2,349,000-1.9%$1,497/sqft
Source: LINK #225397 Report a problem
5/13/2022	Listed for sale	$2,395,000+367.8%$1,526/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72981352 Report a problem
5/5/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
3/29/2022	Listed for rent	$8,500$5/sqft
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8/1/1997	Sold	$512,000+26.4%$326/sqft
Source: LINK #17737 Report a problem
11/2/1994	Sold	$405,000$258/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$23,569 +6.2%	$2,035,300
2024	$22,185 +34.3%	$2,035,300 +32.3%
2023	$16,522 +0.7%	$1,538,400 +2%
2022	$16,409 +2%	$1,508,200
2021	$16,092 +2.2%	$1,508,200 +1.1%
2020	$15,753 +2.2%	$1,491,800 +2%
2019	$15,411 +6.6%	$1,462,100 +6%
2018	$14,452 +419.1%	$1,379,000 +4%
2017	$2,784 -78.7%	$1,325,800 +11.3%
2016	$13,099 -4.1%	$1,190,800 +5.5%
2015	$13,663 +11.1%	$1,128,200 +15.4%
2014	$12,297 +0.5%	$977,500 +5%
2013	$12,233 +4.9%	$931,000 +4.1%
2012	$11,658 +2%	$894,000
2011	$11,434 +7.7%	$894,000
2010	$10,621 +0.9%	$894,000 -9.8%
2009	$10,530 -3.1%	$990,600 +0%
2008	$10,866 -0.1%	$990,500 +0.1%
2007	$10,874	$989,400

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